Board of Directors

The ACAIA is guided by a board of directors.

Any ACAIA member in good standing is entitled to nominate an individual, including themselves, or to be nominated for election as a director of ACAIA.  Nominations for election as a director are subject to any policy regarding elections that may be established by the board pursuant to  the by-laws.  Elections are held during the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of members.

The current board of directors, whose terms began at the close of the first AGM on February 10, 2026, comprises the following individuals:

• Denis Marquis, based in New Brunswick - 2 year term

• Don Maynard, based in Prince Edward Island - 1 year term

• Mike Atkinson, based in Nova Scotia - 1 year term

• Jillian Bieser, based in Nova Scotia - 2 year term

• Ian Stewart, based in Nova Scotia - 2 year term

Click here to read brief bios of each of the directors.  

Our Board of Directors comprises members of the impact assessment community across the Atlantic region.  Our Directors, like our association members, may be employed by government, industry, consulting firms, academic and research institutions, Indigenous communities, environmental groups, and other organizations, or may be students, self-employed or retired professionals, or simply individuals with an interest in impact assessment.  Each Director brings to ACAIA the knowledge and experience gained through their work but does not necessarily represent or speak for their employer or community.  Each Director is expected to understand and consider diverse issues, concerns, and perspectives relevant to impact assessment.  From time to time, Directors may consult other interested parties to enhance their understanding of community views on a specific issue and to disseminate information about our programs and activities.